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Unfunny business: Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais sink to new depths

Netflix’s latest specials show two once-funny comedians continuing to punch down in a desperate, angry quest for relevance

The Guardian - US

Former Congressman Madison Cawthorn Has Responded After Being Roasted By Dave Chappelle Over Wheelchair Use In New Netflix Special

Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special has drawn much criticism from the transgender and disabled communities, but not everyone was so upset.

Cinemablend

Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix special is No. 1 but taking heat — controversy explained

Dave Chappelle's new Netflix comedy special The Dreamer is generating controversy

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Dave Chappelle's New Special The Dreamer Hit Netflix, And The Internet Was Instantly Divided

Dave Chappelle's The Dreamer arrived on Netflix, and many had opinions on the comedian's latest special on the streamer.

Cinemablend

New Dave Chappelle comedy special, The Dreamer, now available on Netflix

This is Dave Chappelle’s seventh stand-up special for the streamer and his first since The Closer controversies

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Dave Chappelle fills Netflix’s The Dreamer with jokes about trans and disabled people: ‘I love punching down’

It’s the comedian’s first special for the streamer since 2021’s highly controversial ‘The Closer’

The Independent UK

‘Lying for the laugh’: should comedians tell us the truth?

The controversy over Hasan Minhaj’s onstage storytelling was a sign of the shifting demands placed on standup comics

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Dave Chappelle to air new Netflix special two years after The Closer ignited trans row

It will be the comedian’s seventh special to debut on the streaming service

The Independent UK

32 Famous Comedians That Did Sketch Comedy But Were Never SNL Cast Members

Not all sketch comedy heroes were in the SNL cast.

Cinemablend

From SNL and Triumph to kid film "Leo"

The comedy vet discusses the skit that shocked Dave Chappelle, writing "Christmastime for the Jews" and his dad era

Salon

32 Hollywood Stars That Don’t Actually Live In California

Most filmmakers and stars live in California, but not all of them Here's a list of those that make their home outside of the Golden State.

Cinemablend

Piers Morgan and Louis Theroux in war of words after fight claim

Broadcasters have been taunting each other on social media

The Independent UK

On my radar: Cat Power’s cultural highlights

The indie singer-songwriter on her favourite New York restaurant, Dave Chappelle on top form, and Tracey Emin up close

The Guardian - UK

Louis Theroux names the divisive figure he wants to interview next: ‘Bit controversial, what do you think?’

The documentary maker wants his BBC conversation series to ‘see people clearly’

The Independent UK

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Chappelle Israel comments spark walkout

According to the WSJ, several attendees commanded Chappelle to "shut up" while others got up and left his show

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re all learning’: why Netflix needs Hannah Gadsby’s Gender Agenda

A mixed bill of standups, presented by the Nanette star and due to be recorded for the streamer, is a valuable response to its Dave Chappelle controversy

Chicago Sun-Times

Things to do in Chicago Sept. 28-Oct. 4: The Mix

The ‘Destinos’ theater festival, shows by Dave Chappelle and Peter Gabriel, and the arrival of a touring 12-foot puppet are among the highlights in the week ahead.

The Independent UK

Edinburgh Fringe comedy reviews, from Ahir Shah to Two Cats on a Date

Isobel Lewis gives her verdict on comedy and theatre at the Fringe for its final weekend

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The Guardian - UK

‘I used to get in role by harassing my girlfriend’: the risky brilliance of playing anti-woke characters

Edinburgh fringe comics portraying cancelled standups and rightwing politicians talk about the dangers and successes of their satire

The Independent UK

‘I realise what I said hurt people’: Carlos Santana apologises for ‘insensitive’ anti-transgender remarks

Video of Santana star suggesting that trans people should stay ‘in the closet’ went viral this week

The Independent UK

Carlos Santana makes shocking remarks about trans people during concert: ‘I’m like this with Dave Chappelle’

Mexican-born American guitarist likened himself to divisive comedian Dave Chappelle

The Guardian - US

It’s a rap: what are the greatest hip-hop movies?

The genre, which turns 50 this month, has led to surprisingly few movies but the best include a black-and-white comedy and a starry documentary

The Independent UK

Martina Navratilova starts Twitter row with Megan Rapinoe over trans women in sports

18-time Grand Slam winner had a one word response to Rapinoe’s claims that she was fueling transphobia

Los Angeles Times

Stand-up comics on selling specials to the streamers: 'You do not need them'

LOS ANGELES — Netflix's first live stand-up special, Chris Rock's "Selective Outrage," was an all-around success for the streamer, landing among its Top 10 U.S. shows for the week and becoming Nielsen's most streamed comedy special in a measurement week, with 798 million viewing minutes. And it earned Rock $20…

The Independent UK

Hannah Gadsby reflects on ‘unfortunate’ association with Netflix

‘Nanette’ star previously called the service an ‘amoral algorithm cult’

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